Esther is joined by Sam Mabley, co-founder of Yes Friends, James Hattam, owner of Original Jigsaw Co, and fashion expert Jacqueline Shaw, to chat consumerism, Black Friday alternatives, and receiving letters from David Attenborough.
Justin Humphreys, CEO ThirtyOne:Eight, and Julian Whiting, a campaigner for sexual abuse victims, address the safeguarding crisis in the church and what they think should be done to stop abuse happening again.
Dr David Ball, director of the GOLD project, on how to turn our bible studies from tick-box exercises into life-changing discipleship moments.
Mark Arnold, additional needs ministry director for Urban Saints, author Jess Bassey, and SENCo Shereen Avard chat about the rise in ADHD diagnoses, how schools are adapting, and why our church services need to change.
Alex Drew, lead officer for Faith In Later Life, and Judy Spencer, a 'Church Champion', share the simple ways you can support older people in your community this winter, and why it might just save their life.
On World Children's Day, we're celebrating the children in our lives and finding out how we can support them better in their faith. Esther was joined by Anna Lloyd from Street Child, Ed Drew, head of Faith in Kids, and the whole Sawrey family from Edinburgh.
Worship leader Philippa Hanna joins Esther Higham to reflect on the legacy of Dolly Parton, her enduring faith, and what it was really like meeting her.
Bishop Steven Croft joins Esther Higham to unpack the decision of the General Synod to trial services for same-sex couples and why he's in full support.
Nursing her son in the hospital, Jenni Calcraft turned a challenging moment into a ministry. Now, she's won the 2023 Cinnamon Incubator Awards for the best new Christian community project in the country. Listen to her and Mark Kitson of Cinnamon Network on this inspiring journey.
'Gaming Vicar' Simon Archer and Jack Huxley, a youth worker at UDB, chat with Esther Higham about toxic gaming culture, using video games as a ministry tool, and why Jesus might have played Fortnite.
George Pitcher, journalist and priest, and Ruth Jackson, host of Premier Unbelievable, chat about how we process the fall of high-profile leaders, whether we should engage with their content, and why those messing up always seem to be men.
Dallas Jenkins, director of The Chosen, sits down with Esther Higham to reflect on the phenomenal success of the show and what to look forward to in series 4.
Journalist Lauren Windle and Emma Heath, founder of STAR Recovery, on binge drinking, being set apart, and why your carol service could send a recovering alcoholic into relapse.
CEO of Street Connect, Ricky McAddock, and Rev Hana Amner, who was homeless at the age of 17, reflect on Suella Braverman's comments about homelessness as a lifestyle choice.
Adam Anders has sold over 100 million records writing songs for shows like Glee and High School Musical. This Christmas he's making his directorial debut with the all-singing, all-dancing Journey to Bethlehem. Premier's Max Avard sat down with him to chat about stepping into the hot seat, whether Christian films are finally going toe-to-toe with Hollywood productions, and how he managed to get Antonio Banderas involved.
